]]>When I dream about Tillamook Ice Cream (and trust me, it happens a lot), I usually picture myself digging into a fresh carton with nothing more than a spoon and my appetite. That’s a pretty perfect combination, as far as I’m concerned.

But when I’m looking to jazz up the ice cream in my fridge, I turn to the Tillamook Kitchen for recipes. If you’ve never made an ice cream recipe, you’re in for a real treat. Ice cream sandwiches? Check. Milkshakes? Check. Creamy, fudgy mud pie? You know it. Here are some of our Kitchen favorites.

Grilled Ice Cream Sandwiches
At the Grilled Cheese Grill in Portland, Matt Breslow makes food that reminds him of childhood. His Grilled Ice Cream Sandwiches are a great blast of nostalgia, the grown-up version of the pre-wrapped ice cream sandwiches you’d find at your neighborhood ice cream truck. Making a delicious sandwich is simple when you’re starting with the creamiest ice cream around: choose your favorite flavor (Vanilla Bean is our stand-by), add two grilled cookies, and all of a sudden you’re holding the perfect summer treat. We’d say “don’t let it drip,” but we know these will be in your stomach long before they start to melt.

Nutty Professor Milkshake
It’s no secret that chocolate and peanut butter are two great flavors that taste even better together. So it’s no surprise that our Chocolate Peanut Butter Ice Cream shows up in this brilliant shake from the Oaks Gourmet in Los Angeles. Ice cream, whole milk, chocolate syrup, blender, straw: this milkshake practically makes itself. What are you waiting for?

Mile High Mud Pie
Ice cream lovers and pie lovers can agree on one thing: this creamy, crunchy, fudgy pie hits the spot. The Los Angeles pie-and-sandwich shop simplethings makes modern updates on classic desserts. And with Espresso Mocha and Vanilla Bean Ice Cream in the starring roles, this Mile High Mud Pie satisfies every summer sweet tooth.

What Tillamook Ice Cream recipe will you be making to celebrate National Ice Cream Month in July?

]]>https://www.tillamook.com/community/blog/tillamook-kitchen-ice-cream-recipes/feed/2Pine State Biscuits is down-home cookin’ in the Tillamook Kitchenhttps://www.tillamook.com/community/blog/pine-state-biscuits-is-down-home-cookin-in-the-tillamook-kitchen/
https://www.tillamook.com/community/blog/pine-state-biscuits-is-down-home-cookin-in-the-tillamook-kitchen/#respondMon, 25 Mar 2013 21:05:27 +0000http://www.tillamook.com/community/blog/?p=12581If you have ever had passion for something, you’ll know why the newest Tillamook Kitchen chefs create some of the best food in Portland. They are passionate! About what they do. About where they’re from. About where they are. About eating local. And about good food. That’s a whole lotta passion and when you take […]

]]>If you have ever had passion for something, you’ll know why the newest Tillamook Kitchen chefs create some of the best food in Portland. They are passionate! About what they do. About where they’re from. About where they are. About eating local. And about good food. That’s a whole lotta passion and when you take it all and put it in one unbelievably good biscuit, or piece of fried chicken or bowl of grits…sit down. It’s that good!

If you live in Portland, I’m sure you’ve heard of them – you may have even been there. If you’re from out of town, you might have heard of them from Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives where they wowed Guy Fieri with their southern cookin’ done right in Portland, OR. Now you can learn about the guys that make it all possible and how their food is just so dang good (hint: it has something to do with passion.). Pine State Biscuits is joining the fold of great chefs on the Tillamook Kitchen. Show them a warm Tillamook welcome and eat some biscuits…and fried chicken…and grits…and honey…and fried okra…you hungry yet?

]]>https://www.tillamook.com/community/blog/pine-state-biscuits-is-down-home-cookin-in-the-tillamook-kitchen/feed/0Sneak Peek: Filming at Pine State Biscuitshttps://www.tillamook.com/community/blog/sneak-peek-filming-at-pine-state-biscuits/
https://www.tillamook.com/community/blog/sneak-peek-filming-at-pine-state-biscuits/#respondThu, 28 Feb 2013 19:00:27 +0000http://www.tillamook.com/community/blog/?p=12367Being born and raised in Portland, Oregon, I was never introduced to a proper biscuit until later in life when I was able to travel to the south. Now living in Portland as an adult, I know the only place to go get the real thing in town is Pine State Biscuits. That’s why I […]

]]>Being born and raised in Portland, Oregon, I was never introduced to a proper biscuit until later in life when I was able to travel to the south. Now living in Portland as an adult, I know the only place to go get the real thing in town is Pine State Biscuits. That’s why I am ecstatic to welcome Pine State Biscuits as the next Tillamook Kitchen restaurant. Even better, I got to spend a whole day at the Alberta location talking about food and nibbling on some of the best grub in town!

Walt Alexander, Kevin Atchley, and Brian Snyder, the owners of Pine State Biscuits, getting their profile pictures for Tillamook Kitchen. All originally from North Carolina, they showed us some true southern hospitality. They’re down to earth, super welcoming, and the type of guys you immediately want to sit down and have a beer with.

Right when you walk in the door of Pine State Biscuits there’s an instant warm feeling. The flakey biscuits in the oven, the homey atmosphere, all the people enjoying their delicious food… It’s a true neighborhood joint and a place where everyone is welcome.

Pine State Biscuits started at the Portland Farmer’s Market and although it’s grown it hasn’t lost that local culture. Even the grits they use come from a local farm. Tillamook, of course, is also a local ingredient. My favorite bite of the day was the first ever Chatfield (fried chicken, bacon, cheese, and apple butter) made with Smoked Medium Cheddar Cheese!

Thanks, Pine State Biscuits, for being such gracious hosts for the day and letting us into your kitchen! You can get more of Pine State Biscuits on Facebook and Twitter!

]]>Sour Cream is the kitchen underdog. It’s often underestimated, but a key player in turning ordinary recipes into extraordinary. Be it Premium, Light, Fat Free or Natural, you can’t go wrong with Tillamook Sour Cream.

Here are some favorite recipes from the Tillamook Kitchen that use Sour Cream. Behold the possibilities.

]]>https://www.tillamook.com/community/blog/ah-the-possibilities-of-tillamook-sour-cream/feed/0Behind the Scenes at the Famously Delicious Grilled Cheese Grillhttps://www.tillamook.com/community/blog/behind-the-scenes-at-the-famously-delicious-grilled-cheese-grill/
https://www.tillamook.com/community/blog/behind-the-scenes-at-the-famously-delicious-grilled-cheese-grill/#respondWed, 08 Feb 2012 17:00:15 +0000http://www.tillamook.com/community/blog/?p=6007I still remember my first Cheesus Burger like it was yesterday. A tasty burger smothered between two grilled cheese sandwiches – yes, you heard that right. Ever since I went Behind-the-Scenes at the Grilled Cheese Grill with Matt Breslow, as he was becoming our 4th featured chef in the Tillamook Kitchen, I haven’t been able […]

]]>https://www.tillamook.com/community/blog/behind-the-scenes-at-the-famously-delicious-grilled-cheese-grill/feed/0Behind the Scenes at The Oaks Gourmet, Los Angeleshttps://www.tillamook.com/community/blog/behind-the-scenes-at-the-oaks-gourmet-los-angeles/
https://www.tillamook.com/community/blog/behind-the-scenes-at-the-oaks-gourmet-los-angeles/#respondThu, 05 Jan 2012 19:06:04 +0000http://www.tillamook.com/community/blog/?p=5513I’ve been hearing about The Oaks Gourmet for years now. Not only is ‘Oaks’ (as locals call it) a friendly hang out in the West Hollywood area of Los Angeles, but Oaks has been emerging as a leader in the art of the ‘Grilled Cheese Night’ for years. Every Wednesday night Oaks hosts a grilled […]

]]>I’ve been hearing about The Oaks Gourmet for years now. Not only is ‘Oaks’ (as locals call it) a friendly hang out in the West Hollywood area of Los Angeles, but Oaks has been emerging as a leader in the art of the ‘Grilled Cheese Night’ for years. Every Wednesday night Oaks hosts a grilled cheese night that draws a crowd anxious to sample some of the new grilled cheese creations coming out of their kitchen. The Oaks Gourmet has been open since 2009. This small, neighborhood market serves high quality, delicious food as well as unique beer, wine, cheeses and snacks for purchase.

When the Oaks agreed to partner with Tillamook to appear on the Tillamook Kitchen everyone at Tillamook cheered loudly! We’ve been following their food, and rise in popularity, for years. Even more exciting, I was able to tag along for the shoot at the restaurant!

Owner Greg Morris and Chef Greg put on quite a show throughout the day preparing dish after dish made with Tillamook Cheese. I wish smell-o-vision existed so fans at home could share in the delicious aromas coming out of that kitchen! One of my favorite dishes was the short rib melt, made with Tillamook Vintage White Medium Cheddar. This sandwich is a perfect combination of slow braised short ribs, and gooey cheese on a crusty sourdough roll dipped in au jus sauce. OH MY! You can view the recipe here and make it at home!

]]>https://www.tillamook.com/community/blog/behind-the-scenes-at-the-oaks-gourmet-los-angeles/feed/0Enjoy the simplethings This Thanksgivinghttps://www.tillamook.com/community/blog/enjoy-the-simplethings-this-thanksgiving/
https://www.tillamook.com/community/blog/enjoy-the-simplethings-this-thanksgiving/#commentsTue, 22 Nov 2011 16:00:19 +0000http://www.tillamook.com/community/blog/?p=4893Thanksgiving is just around the corner, and if your family is anything like mine, you’re not only planning for the BIG turkey meal, but the dozens of meals you’ll make after Thanksgiving with the leftovers! One of the classic post-Thanksgiving meals is a turkey sandwich with all the holiday fixings – turkey, stuffing, cranberry sauce, […]

]]>Thanksgiving is just around the corner, and if your family is anything like mine, you’re not only planning for the BIG turkey meal, but the dozens of meals you’ll make after Thanksgiving with the leftovers! One of the classic post-Thanksgiving meals is a turkey sandwich with all the holiday fixings – turkey, stuffing, cranberry sauce, and gravy. Our friends over at simplethings sandwich & pie shop in Los Angeles are famous for their Thanksgiving Sandwich and have agreed to share the secret to their mouthwatering recipe with all Tillamook fans!

Prepare the stuffing:
Preheat oven to 350°F. In a small saucepan, melt the butter. Add the chopped bacon and sauté until crisp. Add the jalapeno and cook until jalapeno is soft, then set aside. Place the stuffing in a large bowl and add the bacon mixture, Monterey Jack Cheese and eggs. Mix completely. Place mixture in a buttered dish and bake covered for 20 minutes. Remove and set aside until ready to make sandwiches (note: this may yield more stuffing than what’s needed for 4 sandwiches).

Make the sandwiches:
Heat gravy in a saucepan. Add the turkey to warm through and coat completely. Split each roll and top the bottom slice with ¼ cup of the jalapeno stuffing. Top the stuffing with the gravy soaked turkey. Spread the cranberry relish on the top piece of bread and place on top of sandwich to serve.

This sandwich is amazing! Give it a try with your Thanksgiving leftovers and let us know what you think!

P.S. If the cold weather and holidays have you craving warm, comforting home-cooked dishes, such as the Thanksgiving Sandwich from simplethings sandwich & pie shop, stay tuned for exciting additions to the Tillamook Kitchen! We have a new group of Chefs and restaurants we’re excited to introduce to you and your family this holiday season.